Abandoned but Still Faithful—Finch the Gentle Hugger Waited for a Family That Never Came
Here's What You Need To Know:
- Pet's Location: clarkesville GA, 30523
- Pet's Size: large
- Pet's Gender: male
- Pet's Color: brown/chocolate with black
- Pet's Breed: Terrier / Rhodesian Ridgeback / Mixed (short coat)
- Pet's Activity Level: Slightly Active
- Pet good with dogs? yes
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? yes
Organization:
- Name: habersham county animal care and control
- Address: 4231B Tocca Highway, Clarkesville, GA 30523
- Site: http://www.habershamga.com/animalcontrol.cfm
Meet Finch, a big, loyal sweetheart who was abandoned in a “home” and refused to run when the other dogs did—he stayed, faithfully waiting for people who never came back. That devotion landed him in a small, over-capacity rural shelter in North Georgia, where he urgently needs a foster, adopter, or rescue commitment. Terrified at first—flipping over and cowering when staff tried to walk him—Finch has started to gain confidence this past week and now enjoys his trips outside. He’s a serious hugger (like… it might be an issue 😅) and oh-so-gentle with children. He seems curious and polite around other dogs, too.
Why He’s the Ultimate Gentle Soulmate
🐻 Big, cuddly “hugger” who craves reassurance and love
💔 Unshakably loyal—he stayed behind hoping his people would return
🌱 Growing confidence every day; now enjoys going outside
👧 Gentle and sweet with children
🐶 Dog-curious and respectful
🧠 Soft, sensitive temperament—he just wants to feel safe
What He’s Looking For
✔️ A patient, loving home (or foster) willing to keep building his confidence
✔️ Kind humans who understand decompression and trauma-informed care
✔️ A calm environment with steady routines and gentle handling
✔️ Preferably another friendly, balanced dog to help show him the ropes (optional)
✔️ Someone who won’t mind a 24/7 cuddle buddy—and lots of hugs
Finch is that once-in-a-lifetime, soul-level dog who will love you with everything he has. He’s running out of time and space at a tiny rural shelter, but with you, he can finally exhale. If your heart is tugging, act now—come meet Finch ASAP and show him people really do come back.
Contact the rural North Georgia shelter/rescue handling Finch’s placement (or reply to this post/page) to foster or adopt immediately. If you share a specific contact, I can drop it in and create a quick social post or flyer version too. 💛
